Civil/Stormwater Engineer

We are looking for an innovative and accountable Civil/Stormwater Engineer with a passion for delivering the right solution to serve each client's unique needs to work in KWL's stormwater sector, on stormwater, civil, and water resources-type projects. This role can be based full-time in the office or it can be a hybrid work schedule. We are looking for someone who can drive and lead projects, ask questions and get things done, and who will collaborate with and support senior staff as well as work with and delegate to junior staff. We are looking for an engineer with a passion for delivering the right solution to serve each client's needs. We take pride in our work and create sustainable and environmentally responsible solutions..

Who We Are

We are a 100% employee-owned consulting firm with a proud 50-year history of serving our clients with technical excellence and a collaborative approach to address the needs of, and find solutions for, each individual project we take on. Our diverse crew includes engineers, technologists, biologists, agrologists, planners, scientists, and more. We work together in an environment that empowers each of us to think differently about real-world problems. We want to work with those who, like us, take pride in creating innovative sustainable and environmentally responsible solutions.

What You'll Do

• Concept, preliminary and detailed design of stormwater and related infrastructure such as culverts, detention ponds, and storm sewers, with a focus on green infrastructure design and implementation.
• Support site development including drawing preparation, coordination with internal and external teams, and preparation of technical memoranda and design briefs
• Stormwater management planning including researching and understanding site context, developing criteria, and creating watershed and site-based integrated stormwater management plans,
• Working closely with municipal clients and undertaking drainage and stormwater-related design projects;
• Cost estimating and developing prioritized capital plans;
• Support construction services, including site reviews, and response to contractor inquiries
• Training and supervising junior staff; and
• Report and proposal writing.

What You'll Bring

• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia
• 4-8 years of experience in civil servicing design, stormwater, water resources, hydrology/hydraulics or other related fields. More experience may be considered for a higher level role.
• Experience in development of stormwater management plans at a watershed or subdivision scale.
• Experience with stormwater modelling software, (PC-SWMM, or similar), and spreadsheet based stormwater calculations
• Design and construction experience with stormwater or other infrastructure projects including coordination with other disciplines (e.g., civil servicing, geotechnical, landscape)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under direction, coordinate with other team members, and support delivery of high quality technical products, both designs and reports
• Pro-active attitude with an interest in innovative and client-focused problem-solving
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment
• A desire to learn new skills and an eagerness to grow within your role
• A valid driver's license (in good standing) is mandatory
• Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.

What We Offer

At KWL, we care about each other and strive to create a fun, open and engaging environment that leverages our individual strengths and encourages vibrant discussion. We seek opportunities for continuous improvement in our work and support those who have a passion for excellence. We offer:

• A hybrid work environment
• Competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus
• An opportunity for share ownership upon meeting the eligibility criteria
• Excellent benefits, including extended health, dental, vision and health care spending account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support for all employees and their family members via phone or online
• Group Savings Matching Plan (GRSP/TFSA)
• Annual Health & Wellness Allowance
• Ability to create your own work schedule and flexibility for your workday
• Relocation support, if applicable, and the ability to work from any of our 5 offices
• Career Coaching program and continuous support for professional development and growth
• An employee-centric culture that includes sport participation, various team memberships, and team building activities
• Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team
• And more

Wage Range

• $104,000-$120,000, wage subject to experience

Apply Now

Submit your resume and cover letter as PDFs and build your future with us.

KWL values diversity and equity within our teams and provides equality of treatment and opportunity to all employees and applicants. We are committed to encouraging applications regardless of age, race, colour, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recruitment selection will be based on the applicant's possession of experience, essential skills, knowledge, and capability required to perform the job. Only those selected will be contacted.

We acknowledge that our head office is located on the unceded traditional territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are grateful for the opportunity to work from this land.